Richard Taylor
I'm inspired by reflection on places I've been and events. I look deeply in how I was affected by those and find characters better able to carry the story than myself. My seminal book, Prodigals: A Vietnam Story, is the only writing where I placed myself at the center. I'm more comfortable with adapted characters. Historical fiction is my favorite venue.
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Thank you for your service. I am going to look for and read your books because I am weak with the Vietnam history and need to strengthen my knowledge. I am particularly interested in "Homeward Bound." I have a friend who never forgave Jane Fonda for her actions during the war which he said cost the life of some of his friends who were POWs. Is this true?
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